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3D-printed struts turn ordinary foam into impact absorber 10× stronger than padding

Researchers at Texas A&M University and the DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory have developed a ...
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Hybrid 'super foam' uses 3D-printed struts to absorb up to 10 times more energy

Aerospace engineering and materials science researchers at Texas A&M University and the DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory have developed a "super foam" that can absorb up to 10 times more energy than ...
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CU Boulder researchers design new 3D-printed padding

DENVER (KDVR) — If you could 3D-print your helmet or other everyday padding at home, would you use it? Engineers at the University of Colorado Boulder and Sandia National Laboratories have developed a ...

Winter Pipe Insulation, Furniture Protectors and More Genius Ways to Repurpose Your Old Pool Noodles

Bright, lightweight, and easy to cut, pool noodles are far more useful than their short summer lifespan suggests. Their soft foam and hollow center make them perfect for padding, organizing, crafting ...